PA.XII.B.K5FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge
Postflight inspection, recording of in-flight/postflight discrepancies.
Postflight inspection, recording of in-flight/postflight discrepancies.
Bottom line
Thorough preflight and postflight inspections mitigate aircraft risks. Common items to check in a postflight inspection include the condition of tires and brakes, security of access panels and latches, and leaking operating fluids. Maintenance deferrals are not used for inflight discrepancies; the manufacturer's AFM/POH procedures are to be used in those situations.
FAA references
- AFH ch. 17 (p. 17-15) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- PHAK ch. 9 (p. 9-9) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
- RMH ch. 5 (p. 5-1) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- AIH ch. 1 (p. 1-1) — FAA-H-8083-9B
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